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Flat Panel Color TV
Operating
Instructions
KEo37XS910
KEo42XS910
KEoSOXS910
WEGA
ENGINE
MEMORY STIEK ,,
© 2003
Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 Flat Panel Color TV Operating Instructions KEo37XS910 KEo42XS910 WEGA ENGINE MEMORY STIEK ,, KEoSOXS910 © 2003 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 The model and serial llumbers are located at the rear of the TV. below and exterior air pressure of the panels This is not considered a defect Sony logo, on tile sticker, and also on the TV box (white label).

  • Page 3: Down

    Sufficient expertise is required for installing the specified product. Be sure E:_TRC_Y Sx_ ® is a US registered mark to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or contractors and pay adequaIe attention to safety during the installation CAUTION How to leduce the risk of "Image Retention"...

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    Be sure to grasp file plug when disconnecting the AC powel cord. cause arcing and result in fire¸ If the A( power cord is damaged, stop using it and ask your dealer or Sony Comact your electrician to have the outlet changed¸...

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    Sony for the specific lnodel of TV. No pal_ ofdre TV set should ovelhang If the picture becomes dark after using tbe TV for a long period of fime, it any edge oftbe TV cart or stand;...
  • Page 6 The slots and openings inthe T V are p rovided for n ecessal Tventilation Do not install this refit outdoors If the unit is exposed ensure reliable operation of t he s et, and to protect itfiom overheating, flmse ram, it may result in fire or electric...

  • Page 7: Only

    <i, ii i i ¸ i[ <_ il ! (i _iil Do not attempt to sel_'ice tile set yourself since opening cabinet expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all se_-icing to qualified sel_'ice personnel lead-in wire When leplacement parts are required,...
  • Page 8 Read these instructions Keep these insnuctions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water (lean only with chx_cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with tile manufacturer's instHtctions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers. stoves, or other apparatus (inchtding amplifiers) that produce heat Do not defeat the safety pul3Jose of the polarized or grounding-b,pe plug.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Welcome ....................Package Contents ................Features ..................Overview ....................TV Controls and Connectors .............. Front Panel ..................Right Side Panel ................Left Side Panel ................Rear Panel ..................Installing the TV ................... Connecting the AC Power Cord ............. Preventing the TV from Falling Down ..........
  • Page 10 Operating a VCR ................Operating a Satellite Receiver ............Operating a Cable Box ..............Operating a DVD Player ..............Overview ....................Watching TV ..................Using Wide Mode ................Using Twin View .................. Displaying Twin Pictures ..............Activating the Picture ..............Changing the Picture Size ..............
  • Page 11 Viewing Blocked Programs ............Using the Setup Menu ................. Selecting Setup Options ..............Overview ....................Glossary ..................... Contacting Sony ................Troubleshooting ................Twin View ..................Remote Control ................Memory Stick ................Video .................... Audio .................... Channels ..................General ..................Specifications ..................

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Thank you t\_r purchasing the Sony Flat Panel Color TV. This manual is to be used with the following models: KE-37XS910 KE-42XS910 KE-50XS910 Package Contents The package contains the following: Flat panel display unit Remote control (RM-Y1001) and two size AA batteries...
  • Page 13 Moving pictures will appear clearer and more natural-looking. • Newly developed PDP driver IC: Achieves high-precision gamma characteristics, using Sony's unique digital technology. Fine gradation of dark scenes, which is not possible with conventional PDR is realized by _eatly enhancing resolution in the low brighmess range.

  • Page 14: Tv Controls And Connectors

    This chapter includes illustrated instructions for setting up your TM TV Controls and Connectors 16-19 Installing the TV Basic Connections: Connecting a Cable or Antenna 23-28 Connecting Optional Eqnipment VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for Tape Editing Satellite Receiver Satellite...

  • Page 15: Front Panel

    If the LED blinks continuously, this may indicate the display unit needs servicing (see "Contacting Sony" on page i01). Lights up in green when the TV set is turned on. Receives IR signals from the TV's remote...

  • Page 16: Right Side Panel

    Right Side Panel Press to turn on and offthe main power of the TV Set. Press to scan through channels. To scan quickly through channels, press and hold down either Press to adjust the volume. Press repeatedly to cycle through the video equipment connected to the TV's video inputs.

  • Page 17: Left Side Panel

    Left Side Panel To open the slide cover '%,__ Connects to the S VIDEO OUT jack on your camcorder other video equipment that has S VIDEO. Provides better picture quality than composite video Connects to the composite A,V output jacks on your ..

  • Page 18: Rear Panel

    TV. Use a DVI-D single link cable......................Allows the TV to receive (IN) and send (OUT) remote control signals to other Sony infrared-controlled audio or video equipment that has the CONTROL S function. Connect to your DVD player's...
  • Page 19 Connects tothe input jackofyour s ub woofer. Connects tothe leftand right a udio i nput jacks o fyour a udio o rvideo e quipment. You can use these outputs tolisten t oyour T V's audio t hrough your s tereo system. * High-bandwidth Digital Content...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    Connecting the AC Secure the AC power plug to the AC IN jack. Power Cord AC power cord (supplied) (supplied) Connect the AC power cord to wall outlet. Be sure to use the supplied AC power cord. When connecting optional components, do not connect the AC...

  • Page 21: Storing The Cables In The Cord Clamp

    You can attach the supplied cord clamp to the rear of the TV to store the Storing the Cables connecting cables. in the Cord Clamp Attach the supplied cord clamp to the TV stand with four supplied clamp rivets. Push the rivet head to attach the cord clmnp to the TV stand. Pass the connecting cables fiom the right through the cord clamp.

  • Page 22: Cable Or Antenna Only

    The way in which you wilt connect your TV varies, depending on how your home receives a signal (cable, cable box, antenna) and whether or not you plan to connect a VCR. Cable or Antenna Only No cable box or VCR Cable and Antenna Only No cable box or VCR Cable Box and Cable Only...

  • Page 23: Cable And Antenna Only

    Cable and Antenna Only Have a cable and an antenna. (This is convenient if you are using a separate rooftop antenna to receive additional channels that are not provided by your cable company.) Do not have a cable box or VCR. (If you have a cable box, see pages 25 and 27.

  • Page 24: Cable Box And Cable Only

    Cable Box and Cable Only Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as prelnium channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 30 and 32.) Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the ]V's AUX input jack.
  • Page 25 Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4) and then use the cable box to switch channels. Set up the TV remote control to Program the remote control.

  • Page 26: Cable Box Only

    Cable Box Only Your cable company scrambles all channels, which requires you to use a cable box. You do not have a VCR. (If you have a VCR, see pages 30 and 32.) ¸ Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box to the TV's VHF/UHF jack.
  • Page 27 Use the cable box Tune the TV to the channel the cable box is set to (usually channel 3 or 4) and then use the cable box to switch channels. Set up the TV remote control to Program the remote control.

  • Page 28: About Using S Video

    Use the directions in this section to connect the t\_llowing optional equipment: VCR and Cable VCR and Cable Box Two VCRs for Tape Editing Sate!lite Receiver Satellite Receiver and VCR DVD Player with Component Video Connectors DVD Player with S VIDEO and Audio Connectors Digital...

  • Page 29: Vcr And Cable

    VCR and Cable Your cable company does not require you to use a cable box. With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features. Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's VHF/UHF input .jack. Use the supplied antenna cable to connect the VCR's VHF/UHF output .jack to the TV's VHF/UHF .jack.
  • Page 30 1 in the illustration). Watch cable channels Press repeatedly to select the cable input (VHF UHF in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control to If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. operate the VCR "Programming the Remote Control"...

  • Page 31: Vcr And Cable Box

    VCR and Cable Box Your cable company scrambles some channels, such as prelnium channels (which requires you to use a cable box), but does not scramble all channels. With this connection, you can use all the dual picture features. iiii Use the TV remote control to change channels coming through the cable box.
  • Page 32 Watch the VCR Press repeatedly to select the VCR input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control to If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. operate the cable box or VCR "Programming the Remote Control"...

  • Page 33: Two Vcrs For Tape Editing

    Connecting two VCRs lets you record tiom one VCR to the other. By Two VCRs for Tape connecting them as shown below, you can view (monitor) what is being Editing recorded. iii; Use an A/V cable to connect the playback VCR's A/V output jacks to the recording VCR's A/V input jacks.
  • Page 34 Set up the TV remote control to If you have a non-Sony VCR, you must program the remote control. operate the VCR(s) "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52. Activate the TV remote control to Press operate the VCR(s) Control...
  • Page 35 Sate//ite Receiver Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver's satellite input jack. Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver's A/V output jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks. Connect the supplied antenna cable from your cable or antenna to the TV's VHF/UHF jack.
  • Page 36 Press repeatedly to select the satellite receiver input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control to If you have a non-Sony satellite receiver, you must program the remote control. operate the satellite receiver "Programming the Remote Control"...

  • Page 37: Satellite Receiver

    Sate/lite Receiver and VCR Connect the satellite antenna cable to the satellite receiver's satellite input jack. Connect the CATV cable to the VCR's VHF/UHF input jack. Use the supplied antenna cable to connect the VCR's VHF/UHF output jack to the TV's VHF/UHF jack. Use an A/V cable to connect the satellite receiver's A/V output jacks to the VCR's A/V input jacks.
  • Page 38 VCR is connected (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control to If you have a non-Sony VCR or satellite receiver, you must program the remote operate the satellite receiver control.

  • Page 39: Dvd Player With Component Video Connectors

    For best results, use this connection if your DVD player has component DVD Player with video (Y, PB, Pa) jacks. Component Video Connectors Use three separate component video cables to connect the DVD player's Y, PB and PR jacks to the Y, PB and Pa jacks (HD/DVD IN) on the TV. The Y, PB and PRjacks on your DVD player are sometimes labeled Y, CB and CR,or Y, B-Y and R-Y.
  • Page 40 Watch the DVD player Press repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 4 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control to If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you must program the remote control. operate the DVD player "Programming the Remote Control"...

  • Page 41: Dvd Player With S Video And Audio Connectors

    Watch the DVD player Press repeatedly to select the DVD input (VIDEO 1 in the illustration). Set up the TV remote control to If you have a non-Sony DVD player, you nmst program the remote control. operate the DVD player "Programming the Remote Control"...

  • Page 42: Digital Tv Set-Top Box With Component Video Connectors

    Digital TV Set-Top Box with Use three separate component video cables to connect the set-top box's Component Y, PB and PR jacks to the Y, PB and PR jacks (HD/DVD IN) on the TV. Video Connectors The ¥, PB and PR jacks on your set-top box are sometimes labeled Y, CB and...

  • Page 43: Digital Satellite Receiver With Dvi-Hdtv Connector

    Digital Satelfite Receiver with Use a DVI-D single link cable to connect the Digital Satellite Receiver's DVI-H D TV DVI-HDTV connector to the TV's DVI-HDTV connector. Connector The DVI-HDTV VIDEO connector does not provide audio, so audio cables must be connected to provide sound. Use an audio cable to connect the Digital Satellite Receiver's...

  • Page 44: Camcorder

    Camcorder For easy connection of a camcorder, the TV has the A/V input jacks on the left side. If you prefer, however, you can connect the camcorder to the TV's rear AN input jacks. Use an A/V cable to connect the camcorder's A/V output jacks to the TV's A/V input jacks.

  • Page 45: Audio Receiver

    Audio Receiver For improved sound quality, you may want to play the TV's audio through your stereo system. Use an audio cable to connect the TV's audio output jacks to the audio receiver's line input jacks. ------_@ _IVIDE° iN R -AU010_oN_ VIDEO S VIDEOJ k====J t====J...

  • Page 46: Sub Woofer

    ®@® ® @1 AUDIO _J2%R Monaural audio cable (not supplied) CONTROL S allows you to control your system and other Sony equipment Using the CONTROL S Feature with one remote control. In addition to allowing you to control multiple devices with one remote control, the CONTROL S feature allows you to always point your relnote control at your TV, instead of having to point it at the other equipment, which might be hidden or out of direct line of sight.

  • Page 47: Using Auto Setup

    After you finish connecting your TV, you need to mn Auto Setup, which automatically set up available channels. The Auto PrQmam screen appears when you mm on your TV for the first time after hooking it up. The Auto Setup feature does not apply for installations that use a cable box for all channel selection.

  • Page 48: Inserting Batteries

    Thischapter describes howtoset u p,program, and use theTV'sremote control. Inserting Batteries Button Descriptions Programming the Remote Control Using Other Equipment with Your TV Remote Contro! Open the battery compartlnent as illustrated below. Insert two size AA batteries (supplied) by matching the terlninals on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartlnent.
  • Page 49 Press again to restore the picture. For details, see "Using the Freeze Function" on page 64. Press to adjust the volume. Press to program the remote control to operate non-Sony video equipment. For details, see "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52.

  • Page 50: Stick

    Press toreset the settings tothe factory defaults. See p ages 84 and 86. A lso used t oclear Favorite Channels (see p age 6 3)............Press once t odisplay the current channel number, current time, and channel label. If set, t he current channel number will display lbr10seconds.
  • Page 51 The remote control is preset to operate So W brand video equipment. Beta, ED Beta VCRs 8 mm VCR VHS VCR DVD player If you have video equipment other than SoW brand that you want to control with the TV's remote control, use the following procedure to program the remote control.
  • Page 52 ¸¸¸¸¸ _ _ . ! !i Panasonic 308, ._09, 306 ..Sony Pentax ..305,304 Hamlin Regal 223_ 224, 225_ Sony Philco 308, 309 Admiral Philips 308,309, Jerrold'G. 201,202,203, (M. Ward) Pioneer 204, 205,206_ Aiwa 338, 344 Quasar 308, 309, 306...

  • Page 53: All Equipment

    TV's video connected equipment inputs. Set up the TV remote control to You must program the remote control the first time operate non-Sony equipment you use it. See "Programming the Remote Control" on page 52. Operating...

  • Page 54: Operating A Cable Box

    Operating a Cable Activate the remote control to operate the cable box Turn ..onoff ..Select a channel Change channels Back to previous channe! Operating a DVD Player Activate the remote control to operate the DVD Turn onoff Play stop .

  • Page 55: Watching Tv

    This chapter describes how to use the features of your TV. Watching Using Wide Mode Using Twin View Using Favorite Channels Using the Freeze Function Using Picture Off...
  • Page 56 ";_" For a complete list of all the functions of the remote Activate the remote control to Press control, see page 50. operate the TV Turn on offthe Press Tune directly to a channel Press and then (or wait 2 seconds) Press Adjust the volume Press...
  • Page 57 Wide Screen mode lets you watch 4:3 normal broadcasts in several Wide Screen modes (16:9 aspect ratio). When viewing high-definition programs broadcast ";_" 720p/1080i, it is not possible to change between Wide Screen recommended for 4:3 picture modes. to prevent image retention.

  • Page 58: Displaying Twin Pictures

    Twin View lets you see two pictures l]om two sources l]om an antenna, VCR, DVD, etc. on the screen at the same time. You hear the sound from only one of the sources at a time, but you can choose which source's sound is selected.

  • Page 59: Activating The Picture

    Activating Picture Press . Press. Tune to a channel Press and then (or wait 3 seconds) (left window only) Press Adjust the volume Press Mute the volume Press (press again to unmute) Switch the TV's input between Press sources connected to the TV's VHF, UHF and AUX inputs Switch...

  • Page 60: Changing The Picture Size

    The zoom feature lets you vary the relative size of the left and right pictures. Changing Picture Size Press to activate the picture that you want to resize. Press to enlarge the picture. Press to make the picture smaller. When you adjust the picture sizes, the TV memorizes the change. The next time you use the Twin View function, the memorized sizes appear.

  • Page 61: Creating A List Of Favorite Channels

    The Favorite Channels feature letsyouselect programs fromalistofupto 16thvorite c hannels thatyouspecil_. Creating a List of Press to display the Menu• Favorite Channels Press to highlight the Channel icon and press @. Press @ to select Press @ to select Press to highlight a Favorite Channel nmnber (1-16) and press ";_°...
  • Page 62 allows y outotemporarily capture aprQmam's picture. Youcan use thisfeature t owritedown inforlnation such as phone n mnbers, recipes, etc. The Freeze feature is not available while you are using the Twin View feature. When the program information you want to capture is displayed, press The TV switches to Twin View mode and displays the "frozen"...
  • Page 63 The Picture O fffeature l ets youenjoy music f romradio programs ofdigital broadcasts orDVDs withthe TVscreen turned o ft'. Press The PICTURE O FF LEDlights upinblue and thescreen turns ofI_ Tocancel and return tonormal viewing, press a ny button except for...

  • Page 64: Supported Image Types

    Stick", "Memory Stick PRO", "Memory Stick Duo" and ..registered trademarks of Sony Corporation This TV's Memory Stick viewer can display still images and movies that Supported Image have been recorded on Memory Stick media. Types Image files compressed in the JPEG format (DCF compliant) (with an extension, .jpg)
  • Page 65 Most Sony brand digital still and video cameras automatically record still About Directory File Names images using DCF compliant directory and file names, or record movies using the directory and file names as shown in the t\_ltowing examples: Still image files...
  • Page 66 If youare using aMemory S tick Duo, s ee "Inserting the Memory S tick Duo" onpage 7 0. Locate the Memory Stick slot and insert the Memory Stick into the Inserting a Memory Stick Memory Stick slot as illustrated below. When inserted properly, it should slide in with little resistance and click into place.

  • Page 67: Inserting The Memory Stick Duo

    Inserting Memory Stick Duo is a ne,a; compact version of the standard-sized Memory Memory Stick Duo Stick recording mediuln. CAUTION: Inserting the Memory Stick Duo incorrectly result in permanent damage to the Memory Stick Duo and the Before inserting a Memory Stick Duo into the ]V's Memory Stick slot,...

  • Page 68: Removing A Memory Stick

    Removing a Memory Check that the Memory Stick indicator is off. (When the light is on, this Stick indicates that the TV is reading data tiom the Memory Stick.) Removing the Memory Stick while a file is being accessed (when the Memory Stick indicator on the TV's right side panel is lit) may damage the Memory Stick or its contents.
  • Page 69 Turn on your TV and insert a Memory Stick that contains the still image or movie files you want to view. For details on inserting a Memory Stick, "Inserting a Memory Stick" on page 69. The Memory Stick Home appears, which displays thmnbnaits...

  • Page 70: Using The Index Menu

    Select the thumbnails Press Move the highlight to an image Press or movie thumbnail Display the previous or next Select a file in the bottom row. page of thumbnails Press . To go back to the previous page, press Select a file in the right-most colunm. Press to select a slider.
  • Page 71 g_'& ,,,,,,Movie Index Menu (Still Displays the highlighted image file full screen. For details, image index menu see "Viewing Still Images" on page 75. only) (Movie Display the Movie Player. For details, see "Playing index menu only) Movies" on page 77..

  • Page 72: Image Setup Menu Options

    When you select from the Still image index menu and press it displays as shown below. Display the next or previous file Press to go to the next file, or to go to the on the Memory Stick previous file. Access additional options...
  • Page 73 Displays the Memory Stick Home. Allows you to turn on or off the display of file information. Select Allows you to protect this file l}om any changes. Selecting unlocks the protect..Allows you to rotate a still image in 90 degree increments clockwise or counterclockwise.
  • Page 74 When you select Movie Player from the Movie index menu, it displays as shown below. Prev. : _1 Next : _1 Move : _ Select :(_ Play (or pause) the movie. Press to select Press @. Display the previous file on Press during movie stop mode.

  • Page 75: Movie Setup Menu Options

    Movie Setup Menu Press to select the menu option. Options Press C_). Press to select the desired option. Movie Setup Menu Move :_ Back : _ Select :(_ Allows you to turn on or off the display of file infomlation. Select ..

  • Page 76: Slide Show Menu Options

    The Memory Stick Home lets you select the Slide Show, Options and Select Folder menus that include additional options tbr each menu. Press toselect Press _. The setup menu appears. Press to select the desired option andpress (2Z). Slide Show Menu ..

  • Page 77: Options Menu Options

    Menu includes the following options. Options Displays only JPEG and MPEGI files defined by the DCF rules and JPEG and MPEG1 files recorded on a Sony digital still camera or digital video camera. Displays all folders within the directories. JPEG and MPEGI...

  • Page 78: Using Select Folder Menu

    Using Select Folder Allows you to select different tblders to view in the Memory Stick Viewer Menu when you set Current folder Folder list Move : {_/r'q{*l To upper stage First image or movie file in the current folder Select Press to select the folder list.
  • Page 79 Precautions When using Memory Stick media, Memory Stick PRO, follow these precautions: Memory Stick, To avoid perlnanent damage to still image data, do not turn off the TV or Memory Stick PRO relnove Memory Stick media from the insertion slot while data is being read (as indicated by the Memory Stick indicator light being on).
  • Page 80 The Menu gives y ouaccess tothefollowing f eatures: Allows you to make adjustments to your picture settings. It 84 also allows you to customize the Picture Mode based on the type of program you are viewing, select Advanced Video options, and snore.

  • Page 81: Selecting Video Options

    Press Press to highlight the Video icon and press @. Press to highlight an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change settings. Press @ to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. Press on the remote control when in the Video Menu. Selecting Video The Video Menu includes the following options:...
  • Page 82 Select to choose among the ..... "_'i i ¸¸ are not available options while viewing NTSC sources. when watching 480p, Creates a high-resolution picture with 4x density, 720p, and 1080i sources. high quality sources (i.e., DVD player, satellite receiver)....

  • Page 83: Selecting Audio Options

    Press Press to highlight the Audio icon and press @. Press to highlight an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change settings. Press @ to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. Press on the remote control when in the Audio Menu. Selecting Audio The Audio Menu includes the following options:...
  • Page 84 Select toturn onthe TVspeakers. Select tomm offthe TVspeakers and l isten t othe TV's sound only through your e xternal audio system s peakers. This option c an beset o nly when t he option i sset t o Easy co_trol vo!ume The TV's speakers...

  • Page 85: Selecting Screen Mode Options

    Press Press to move to the Screen icon and press (ZZ). Press to move to an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change settings. Press @ to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. Selecting Screen The Screen menu includes the following options: Mode Options...
  • Page 86 Select to enlarge the 4:3 size picture, while &,/ect the defazdt upper and lower parts of the picture Screen 3/iode to condensed to fit the wide screen. zlsefor 4:3 s'ozwces Select to return the 4:3 picture to norInal mode. Select to enlarge the 4:3 picture horizontally only, to fill the wide...

  • Page 87: Selecting Channel Options

    Press Press to highlight the Channel icon and press @. Press to highlight an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change settings. Press @ to select the changed setting. Press to exit the Menu. The Channel Menu includes the following options: Selecting Channel Options...
  • Page 88 ";_" Channels that you set Allows you to customize the channel list that appears when you to be skipped can be use the buttons. accessed only with the buttons. Press to scroll through the channels until you find the channel you want to skip or add.

  • Page 89: Selecting Parent Options

    The Parent Menu allows you to set up the TV to block programs according to their content and rating levels. Press ..Press to highlight the Parent icon and press @. Use ..on the remote control to enter a tbur-digit password. If this is the first time you are creating this password, confirm the password by entering it again.

  • Page 90: Us Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options

    US Models: For US models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. Selecting Custom (For Canadian models, see page 94.) Rating Options "_° The Content-Based All children and General Audience. Ratings are linked to the Parental Guidance suggested. level of the Age-Based Parental Guidance for children...

  • Page 91: Canadian Models: Selecting Custom Rating Options

    Canadian Models: For Canadian models, the Custom Rating Menu includes the following options. (For US models, see page 93.) Selecting Custom Rating Options Al! children. Children 8 years and older. Genera! programming. Parenta! Guidance. Viewers 14 and older. Adult programming. General programming.

  • Page 92: Selecting Setup Options

    Press Press to highlight the Setup icon and press @. Press to highlight an option. Press @ to select an option. Press to change "_° To move from within one Menu to the main Menu settings. Press (_!2) to select icons, press the changed setting.
  • Page 93 "_° When selecting , the TV decreases Allows you to identity equipment you connected to the TV, brightness to prevent such as a VCR, DVD, etc. For example, if you have a DVD image retention. player connected to the VIDEO 4 jack, you can select the label for the VIDEO 4 input.
  • Page 94 Lets you set the clock on your TV and allows you to program your TV for scheduled viewing using the Timers. Allows you to select the time in "_°To go directly minutes (15, 30, 45, 60_ or 90) that you want the TV to remain on before programming...
  • Page 95 Allows y ou toilluminate the Sony l ogo onthe front p anel ofthe Illuminates the Sony logo while the power isturned on. Illuminates the Sony logo only w hen the power isswitched toonoroff.

  • Page 96: Contacting Sony

    This chapter includes the following topics: Glossary Contacting Sony Troubleshooting Specifications Optional Accessories Index...
  • Page 97 Asignaling method that uses continuous changes inthe amplitude orfi'equeney ofan electronic transmission toconvey information. Refers tothe ratio between the width and height ofthe screen. This TV has a 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio, as opposed to a 4:3 aspect ratio. 4:3 aspect ratio 16:9 aspectratio Component video is sent through...

  • Page 98: Twin View

    It; after reading these operating instructions, you have additional questions related to the use of your Sony television, please call our Customer Intbnnation SelaTices Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669) (US residents only) or (416) 499-SONY (7669) (Canadian residents only). Twin View...

  • Page 99: Remote Control

    There may be more than one code Ibr the equipment that you are attempting operate. There is a possibility that some non-Sony equipment cannot be operated by your Sony TV remote. You may need to use the equipment's...
  • Page 100 "Memory Stick t ype error" is AMemory Stick n ot a vailable foruse with this TV is inserted. displayed. "No files that can be displayed" The sti!l image or movie image to be played back is not contained when the is displayed.

  • Page 101: Video

    If your TV does not tum on, and a red light keeps flashing, your TV may need sound service. Call your local Sony Service Center. Make sure the power cord is plugged Press on the right side of the TV.

  • Page 102: Audio

    Audio Good picture, no sound Press so that disappears fi'om the screen (see page 50). Make sure the option is set to in the Audio Menu (see page 87). Audio noise Communication problems may occur if the infi'ared communication equipment (e.g., infrared cordless headphones)

  • Page 103: General

    General How to restore Video settings Press on the remote control while in the Video Menu (see page 84). to factory settings How to restore Audio settings Press on the remote control while in the Audio Menu (see page 86). to factory settings Cannot cycle through...
  • Page 104 Panel System Plasma Display panel Resolution KE-37XS910 KE-42XS910 1024 pixels (horizontal) ×1024 pixels (vertical) KE-50XS910 1280 pixels (horizontal) x768 p ixels (vertical) Antenna 75 ohm external temlinal for V HF UHF Television System NTSC_ American TVStandard Chalmel Coverage 2-13 14-69...
  • Page 105 Supplied Accessories Remote Control (1) I_M-Y 1001 AA Batteries (2) A(" power code (1) Antenna cable (1) Cord clamp (1) (?lamp rivets (4) Clamp screws (2) Cleaning cloth (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 106 A/V Cable (VC-810S/820S/830S) Component Video Cable (VMC-10/30) Control S Cable (RK-G69) Wall mount bracket: SU-PW2 Floating stand: SU-PF2...
  • Page 107 Clock/Timers 97 16:9 aspect ratio 59 4:3 aspect ratio 59 closed caption modes 83, 95 4:3 Default settings 89 color, adjusting 84 CONTROL S 47 CONTROL S IN/OUT jack, described 19 ANT button 51, 58 Cool, Color Temp. 84 Audio Menu 83, 86 Audio Out 87 audio receiver, connecting 46 Digi.
  • Page 108 NR84 hue, a djusting 84 oft; turning off the TV 17 Illuminated 98 on, turning on the TV 17 interlaced 100 Parent Menu 83, 92 JUMP button 50,58 parental control, described 14 password, changing 92 Pause button 50 label PIC OFF button 51 channels 91 picture contrast, adjusting 84 Language, setting 96...
  • Page 109 turning on/off 87 using external speakers 87 Warln, Color Telnperature 84 specifications 107 Wide Mode 88 Standard mode 84 WIDE MODE button 50 STANDBY LED 16, 106 Wide Screen, described 14 Steady Sound, described 14 Wide Zoom mode, setting 88 Steady Sound, setting 86 WOOFER OUT jack, described 19 Stereo, MTS setting 86...
  • Page 110 Printed on 100% recycled paper. Printed in Japan...

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